Caballero Rivero Woodlawn North
3260 Southwest 8th St., Miami, FL 33135
About
Caballero Rivero Woodlawn North, located in the heart of Miami's Little Havana neighborhood at 3260 SW 8th Street, is a historic and serene cemetery offering a wide range of burial, cremation, and memorialization services. Established in 1913 by three Miami pioneers, this 66-acre grounds is renowned for its breathtaking beauty—featuring lush tropical foliage, rare trees, a historic Gothic-style mausoleum, and designation as a certified bird sanctuary. It stands as one of the most picturesque cemeteries in the state of Florida, attracting families who seek both tranquility and a respectful final resting place for their loved ones.
As a member of the Dignity Memorial network, Caballero Rivero Woodlawn North provides families with compassionate care and the extensive resources and value of North America's largest funeral and cemetery provider. The cemetery is fully bilingual, with staff fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring that it serves the diverse local community with warmth and understanding. The facility is wheelchair accessible, featuring an accessible entrance and parking lot, and it is open seven days a week from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Caballero Rivero Woodlawn North offers a comprehensive array of memorial choices to honor every family's unique traditions and preferences. Options include traditional ground burial, in-ground lawn crypts, and above-ground entombment in stately private or family mausoleums, including private estates. For cremation, the beautifully landscaped Cremation Garden provides benches, niches, pedestals, and columbaria. Inside the magnificent Woodlawn North Mausoleum, elegant glass-front niches allow families to personalize space with mementos, photos, and flowers. Designed in 1926 by renowned mausoleum architect McDonald Lovell, the mausoleum features stunning stained-glass windows, light-filled marble corridors, and a charming chapel that seats 60 guests for committal services.
The cemetery also holds significant historical value. It features a large memorial dedicated to the survivors and victims of the devastating 1935 Labor Day hurricane—a Category 5 storm that killed 408 people, including 259 World War I veterans. Other notable monuments include a Masonic memorial and flags honoring the unknown Cuban freedom fighters who risked their lives during the Freedom Flights from 1965 to 1973, which brought over 300,000 refugees from Cuba to Miami. These landmarks serve as poignant reminders of the region's rich history and the sacrifices made by many.
With a stellar rating of 4.7 on Google Maps (from over 230 reviews) and 4.9 on its website (from over 770 reviews), Caballero Rivero Woodlawn North is a trusted choice for families in Miami and beyond. The cemetery offers pre-planning services with up to 10% savings on prepaid cemetery and cremation property, and a 100% service guarantee ensures every detail meets the highest standards. Whether you are planning ahead or need immediate assistance, the dedicated team is available 24/7 to provide guidance and support, making this peaceful sanctuary a place of comfort and dignity for generations.
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